India Monsooned Malabar Arabica Coffee

Why this coffee matters

India Monsooned Malabar Arabica is a rare gem in the coffee world, representing India’s long heritage in the global coffee trade. The Arabica AA grade ensures large, uniform beans of exceptional quality. What makes this coffee stand out is the traditional monsooning process—exposure to humid monsoon winds along India’s southwest coast—that imparts earthy spice, cocoa depth, and toasted nut richness, all with naturally low acidity.

For coffee lovers seeking a smooth, bold, and distinctive single-origin experience, this is one of the most unique Arabica profiles in the world.

Origin & Processing

• Region: Kerala & Karnataka, India (Arabica AA grade)
• Process: Washed + Monsooned
• Recommended Roast: Signature Roast (crafted to highlight earthy spice, cocoa, and toasted nut depth)

Harvested Arabica beans are first washed and dried before undergoing the monsooning process in coastal warehouses, where moist winds swell the beans and transform their chemistry. This unique treatment lowers acidity while amplifying layers of spice, cocoa, and toasted nut character.

Sustainability & Craft

Farms across Kerala and Karnataka have cultivated Monsooned Malabar for generations using shade-grown practices, intercropping, and hand-picking methods. The Arabica AA designation represents the highest-quality selection from these farms.

The monsooning process remains labour-intensive and rooted in tradition, reflecting India’s heritage in coffee. At Spectra Coffee, we roast weekly in the United States to maintain the authenticity of this bold origin while delivering maximum freshness.

Cup Experience

Expect a smooth yet bold cup with layers of earthy spice, cocoa, and toasted nuts balanced by a naturally low-acid finish. Monsooned Malabar Arabica is heavy-bodied but easy to drink, making it highly versatile across espresso, stovetop, and French press brews.

Its rustic depth appeals to those who enjoy coffees with presence and character but without harsh acidity. For U.S. drinkers looking for a distinctive single-origin with a rich flavour story, this origin delivers both heritage and nuance in every sip.

Cup Profile

• Aroma: Earthy spice
• Taste: Cocoa, earthy spice, toasted nuts
• Body: Full, heavy
• Acidity: Very low
• Finish: Smooth, nutty-cocoa

Brew Tips

• Cone Drip (V60/Chemex): Medium-coarse grind, 1:16, 92–94°C — highlights earthy spice.
• Flat Basket Drip (Auto): Medium grind — strong, everyday bold cup.
• French Press: Coarse grind, 4–5 min steep — rustic and full-bodied.
• Pump Espresso: Fine grind, 1:2, ~28–30 sec — crema-rich, cocoa and spice.
• Stovetop (Moka): Medium-fine grind — bold, intense cup.
• Turkish: Ultra-fine grind — syrupy and spiced.
• Electric Percolator: Coarse grind — strong, earthy flavour.
• Whole Bean: Grind fresh for best flavour retention.

FAQ

• What does “AA grade” mean?
  It refers to large, uniform Arabica beans of the highest quality, ensuring superior cup consistency.
• Why is Monsooned Malabar low in acidity?
  The monsooning process naturally reduces acidity while amplifying earthy, bold notes.
• How is this coffee roasted?
  Roasted weekly in the United States in small batches, using our Signature Roast profile designed to highlight cocoa, spice, and nut complexity.